Catalina - Page 2 - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

WahooUSMA · 10-14-2010, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by AquaticHunter

Like you, I couldn't even work after I saw that video yesterday. I sent it to the guy I made that trip to Catalina with and it made him want to move back to California.

Are you going with the single or tandem? I was checking them out last night and with the sail area it looks like the tandem would go faster. Any place you know of to demo them?

Oh and don't worry about Danny. He's mad at the world right now over his guilt at taking a baby fish. But he'll get on the treadmill and get over it.

Going with the Tandem. The only down side I see right now is that this is a BIG kayak at 18.6 ft. I though my PA was big, this things another 6 ft longer. There are a group of guy's in Hawaii that actually are using the tandems with spreaders/feathers and are nailing some big fish.

I just need to learn how to sail now! Going to Dana Point for the demo on Sunday.

AquaticHunter · 10-14-2010, 11:08 AM

Dang. I almost wish I could skip my son's birthday party on Sunday so I could go down there with you guys. This has really messed me up! I thought about the length also but I'm sure you'll figure something out without having to buy a trailer. My kayak is over 14' so I don't think you'll have a problem.

WahooUSMA · 10-14-2010, 12:53 PM

I have a 3/4 long bed (8ft). I figure with a 4ft bed extension from Harbor Freight, I will only be hanging out 6 additional feet.....hahah - LMAO

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Originally Posted by AquaticHunter

Dang. I almost wish I could skip my son's birthday party on Sunday so I could go down there with you guys. This has really messed me up! I thought about the length also but I'm sure you'll figure something out without having to buy a trailer. My kayak is over 14' so I don't think you'll have a problem.

StinkyMatt · 10-14-2010, 02:02 PM

Are there any places that rent these things? (big bucks for me) Like you guys, I got the beach shots from the video stuck in my head......If I could rent one, I am down to make a trip any time....Matt

WahooUSMA · 10-14-2010, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by StinkyMatt

Are there any places that rent these things? (big bucks for me) Like you guys, I got the beach shots from the video stuck in my head......If I could rent one, I am down to make a trip any time....Matt

Dana Point Jet Ski Rentals....

scoop · 10-18-2010, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by WahooUSMA

I just need to learn how to sail now! Going to Dana Point for the demo on Sunday.

How did it go?

WahooUSMA · 10-18-2010, 12:56 PM

Kent (aka Roeboat) and I went out Sunday afternoon thinking we would get some wind. No such luck. That aside, the TI is one big ass kayak, especially when there is no wind and you have a 6'3 265 fat ass in the front cockpit..hahah. We caught a couple of gusts and it really motivates. I can't imagine what type of numbers we could put up with a steady 15-20 mph wind.

It's not the best platform for fishing, but it is managable...I think the Adventure Islander is set up better for fishing, but it's considerably slower.

All in all, I can't wait until I pick mine up.............Come on guys, someone pick up my Revo before I have to use my credit card to pay off the remaining balance.

805gregg · 10-19-2010, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by RoeBoat

Anyone want to trade a nicely rigged 2009 Hobie Revo for one of those Adventures with the sail? I want to try that. Anyone have any idea how long it took them to get to Catalina?

Forever. Better pick your weather window well, the last time I left Catalina for Ventura in my 26' boat, it was 6-8' swell and 20 knots of wind 2 miles from the Two Harbors, down to 12 knots for a 70 mile ride (normally 30), on a Hobie Adventure you better head back to the Island.

10-14-2010, 11:08 AM	#22
AquaticHunter Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Newbury Park Posts: 51	Dang. I almost wish I could skip my son's birthday party on Sunday so I could go down there with you guys. This has really messed me up! I thought about the length also but I'm sure you'll figure something out without having to buy a trailer. My kayak is over 14' so I don't think you'll have a problem. __________________ CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION ARTICLE 1 DECLARATION OF RIGHTS Section 25. The people shall have the right to fish upon and from the public lands of the State and in the waters thereof...

10-14-2010, 02:02 PM	#24
StinkyMatt Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Under a bridge Posts: 2,168	Rentals? Are there any places that rent these things? (big bucks for me) Like you guys, I got the beach shots from the video stuck in my head......If I could rent one, I am down to make a trip any time....Matt

10-18-2010, 12:56 PM	#27
WahooUSMA Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Rancho Cucamonga Posts: 753	Kent (aka Roeboat) and I went out Sunday afternoon thinking we would get some wind. No such luck. That aside, the TI is one big ass kayak, especially when there is no wind and you have a 6'3 265 fat ass in the front cockpit..hahah. We caught a couple of gusts and it really motivates. I can't imagine what type of numbers we could put up with a steady 15-20 mph wind. It's not the best platform for fishing, but it is managable...I think the Adventure Islander is set up better for fishing, but it's considerably slower. All in all, I can't wait until I pick mine up.............Come on guys, someone pick up my Revo before I have to use my credit card to pay off the remaining balance. __________________ GO ARMY BEAT NAVY! Bad decisions make great stories!